8 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj adjective
• capable of or involving speech or speaking
noun
• the utterance of intelligible speech
Example sentence • She gave a captivating speaking performance.
8 2 adjective adj Example sentence • The creaking door woke me up in the middle of the night.
8 2 verb v noun
• a squeeze with the fingers
verb
• pinch or squeeze sharply
Example sentence • She spent hours tweaking her resume to make it perfect.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• the act of searching for something
Example sentence • I am seeking for a new job.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• wet with secreted or exuded moisture such as sweat or tears
Example sentence • The reeking garbage bins were causing a foul odor in the alley.
9 2 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • The shrieking noise coming from the haunted house kept everyone away.
8 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj noun
• a person or animal that is markedly unusual or deformed
Example sentence • That movie was freaking amazing.
7 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• an accidental hole that allows something (fluid or light etc.) to enter or escape
Example sentence • I found a leaking pipe in the basement.
9 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• an unbroken series of events
verb
• move quickly in a straight line
Example sentence • The streaking of the bright shooting star across the night sky was a breathtaking sight.
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• having or making a high-pitched sound such as that made by a mouse or a rusty hinge
Example sentence • The squeaking hinge needs some oil.
7 2 noun n noun
• a quantity of no importance; thing (object:), singular, negative pronoun; pronoun, thing, singular; quantifier: negative existential
adverb
• in no respect; to no degree
Example sentence • I have nothing to do today.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• throw a glance at; take a brief look at
Example sentence • She caught him peeking through the window.
6 2 verb v noun
• the act that results in something coming to be
Example sentence • She is making a cake for the party.
7 2 noun n noun
• the message that is intended or expressed or signified
adjective satellite
• rich in significance or implication
Example sentence • She asked the meaning of the word.
7 2 noun n noun
• a formally arranged gathering
Example sentence • Let's schedule a meeting for next week.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of smoking tobacco or other substances
adjective satellite
• emitting smoke in great volume
Example sentence • People should be aware of the dangers of smoking .
9 3 verb, adjective v, adj verb
• To search or shop for antiques.
Example sentence • He is an avid antiquing collector.
7 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• the most extreme possible amount or value
verb
• to reach the highest point; attain maximum intensity, activity
Example sentence • Mount Everest is the highest peaking mountain in the world.
8 2 verb v verb
• cause to happen or to occur as a consequence
Example sentence • The hurricane is wreaking havoc on the coastal towns.
7 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • She had a missing button on her shirt.
6 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj Example sentence • The moving of the furniture was a tedious task.
9 3 verb, adverb v, adv Example sentence • I was wondering if you could help me with my homework.
5 2 verb, adverb v, adv noun
• The act or process of adding.
verb
• Chiefly in the form eke out: to add to, to augment; to increase; to lengthen.
Example sentence • She is eking out a living by working multiple jobs.
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the act of breaking something
Example sentence • The breaking news spread like wildfire.
7 3 adjective adj Example sentence • The view from the top of the mountain was amazing .
8 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the sound of knocking (as on a door or in an engine or bearing)
Example sentence • I heard a knocking sound at the door.
7 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually; look
adjective satellite
• appearing to be as specified; usually used as combining forms
Example sentence • I am looking for my car keys.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• an exchange of ideas via conversation
Example sentence • The talking parrot entertained the kids at the birthday party.
8 2 verb, adverb v, adv adjective satellite
• well-groomed and neatly tailored; especially too well-groomed
Example sentence • She spent hours sleeking her hair for the party.
5 2 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• the state or fact of existing
Example sentence • He's a great being who always helps others.
6 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj noun
• the act of drawing spatially closer to something
adjective satellite
• of the relatively near future
Example sentence • The coming storm is going to be intense.
7 2 verb v noun
• the act of acquiring something
Example sentence • I am getting ready for work.
5 2 verb, adverb, adjective v, adv, adj Example sentence • The going rate for a haircut at this salon is $50.
8 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• manual (or mechanical) carrying or moving or delivering or working with something
Example sentence • The handling of hazardous materials requires special training.
7 2 verb, adjective v, adj adjective satellite
• abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule
Example sentence • She gave him a mocking smile.
7 2 noun n noun
• the time period between dawn and noon
Example sentence • I woke up early in the morning to go for a run.
7 2 verb, adverb, noun, adjective v, adv, n, adj adjective satellite
• continually complaining or faultfinding
Example sentence • Her constant nagging is driving me crazy.
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the work of caring for the sick or injured or infirm
Example sentence • She decided to pursue a career in nursing .
7 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• the act of snoring or producing a snoring sound
Example sentence • Her loud snoring kept me awake all night.
6 2 adverb, adjective adv, adj Example sentence • She is a trying person to be around
5 1 verb v noun
• the syllable naming the first (tonic) note of any major scale in solmization
Example sentence • I'm doing my homework right now.
9 3 verb, adverb v, adv Example sentence • She is busy answering emails right now.
11 4 adjective adj Example sentence • The magician performed an astonishing trick that left the audience in awe.
10 4 adverb, adjective adv, adj adjective satellite
• remaining in force or being carried on without letup
Example sentence • Her continuing efforts paid off when she finally achieved her goal.
11 4 noun n noun
• the practical application of technical and scientific knowledge to commerce or industry
Example sentence • She studied aerospace engineering at university.
8 3 verb, adjective v, adj noun
• a movement into or inward
Example sentence • The entering students were given a warm welcome by their classmates.
11 4 adjective adj adjective satellite
• capable of arousing and holding the attention
Example sentence • The documentary about marine life was absolutely fascinating .
9 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance)
Example sentence • I need to focus on the finishing of this project.
10 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• (law) the unlawful act of capturing and carrying away a person against their will and holding them in false imprisonment
Example sentence • The police were called in to investigate the kidnapping of a wealthy businessman's son.
8 2 verb, adjective v, adj Example sentence • She bought a matching hat and gloves.
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